Tsunamis are primarily caused by underwater earthquakes, where there is a sudden release of energy along a fault line on the ocean floor. This causes the seafloor to uplift or subside, displacing a large amount of water. The displaced water then forms the initial wave, which can travel across the ocean at high speeds. Other causes of tsunamis include volcanic eruptions, landslides, and even meteor impact in the ocean.
Tsunamis are typically caused by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides. Specifically, when an earthquake occurs under the ocean floor, it displaces a large amount of water, creating a series of waves known as a tsunami. Similarly, when a volcano erupts or a landslide occurs underwater, the displacement of water can also lead to tsunami formation. The energy released by these events reaches the surface and moves across the ocean in the form of powerful, fast-moving waves, which can travel great distances before reaching the shore.
